Master the Cambridge IELTS 12 Academic Listening Test 1 Part 1 vocabulary with our flashcard exercise.
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Cambridge IELTS 12 Academic Listening Test 1 Part 1
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excursion
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(n) /ɪkˈskɜrʒən/
a trip taken for pleasure, usually away from home
Example: We are going on an excursion to the beach this weekend.
suitable
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(adj) /ˈsuː.tə.bəl/
good for a particular purpose or situation
Example: The excursion is suitable for families.
cruise
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(n) /kruːz/
a journey on a boat or ship for pleasure
Example: They went on a cruise to see the beautiful islands.
steamship
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(n) /ˈstimˌʃɪp/
a ship that is powered by steam
Example: The steamship took us across the lake.
passenger
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(n) /ˈpæsɪnʤər/
a person who travels in a vehicle
Example: The passenger was excited for the trip.
assume
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(v) /əˈsuːm/
to think that something is true without being sure
Example: I assume it will be sunny tomorrow.
various
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(adj) /ˈvɛriəs/
different from each other
Example: There are various ways to learn new things.
popular
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(adj) /ˈpɑːpjələr/
liked or enjoyed by many people
Example: The game is very popular among children.
holding pen
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(n) /ˈhoʊldɪŋ pɛn/
a place where animals are kept temporarily
Example: The farmer showed us the holding pen with the sheep.
trek
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(n) /trɛk/
a long and difficult journey, often on foot
Example: They went on a trek in the mountains.
beginner
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(n) /bɪˈɡɪnər/
a person who is new to a subject or activity
Example: He is a beginner at playing the guitar.
explore
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(v) /ɪkˈsplɔr/
to look around a place to learn about it
Example: Visitors are welcome to explore the farm on their own.
belong
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(v) /bɪˈlɔŋ/
to be a part of or to be suitable for something
Example: These flowers belong in the garden.
include
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(v) /ɪnˈkluːd/
to have someone or something as part of a whole
Example: The ticket includes a lunch.
basic
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(adj) /ˈbeɪsɪk/
simple and essential
Example: The basic rules are easy to follow.
trail
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(n) /treɪl/
a path or track for walking or biking
Example: We went for a walk on the trail in the park.
scenery
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(n) /ˈsiːnəri/
the natural features of a landscape
Example: The scenery was beautiful during the trip.
challenging
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(adj) /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪŋ/
difficult in a way that is interesting or enjoyable
Example: The hike was challenging but very rewarding.
experience
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(n) /ɪkˈspɪrɪəns/
knowledge or skill that you get from doing something
Example: She has a lot of experience in painting.
rent
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(v) /rɛnt/
to pay money to use something that belongs to someone else
Example: I need to rent a bike for our trip.
terminal
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(n) /ˈtɜrmɪnəl/
a place where a journey ends, often for transport
Example: The bus will arrive at the terminal in ten minutes.
repair kit
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(n) /rɪˈpɛr kɪt/
a set of tools and parts for fixing something
Example: You need to buy a repair kit before going biking.
snack
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(n) /snæk/
a small amount of food eaten between meals
Example: She likes to have a snack in the afternoon.
helmet
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(n) /ˈhɛlmɪt/
a hard hat used to protect the head
Example: You should wear a helmet when riding a bike.
remote
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(adj) /rɪˈmoʊt/
far away from places with people or buildings
Example: The campsite is very remote and quiet.
prepare
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(v) /prɪˈpɛr/
to make something ready in advance
Example: I need to prepare for the test tomorrow.
fare
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(n) /fɛr/
the amount of money you pay to travel by a bus, train, plane, etc.
Example: The fare for the bus is two dollars.
altogether
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(adv) /ˌɔːltəˈɡɛðər/
in total; all together
Example: The meal costs $30 altogether.
excursion
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(n) /ɪkˈskɜrʒən/
a short trip or journey for pleasure
Example: We took an excursion to the beach last weekend.
suitable
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(adj) /ˈsuːtəbl/
right or appropriate for a particular purpose or person
Example: The program is suitable for new learners.
cruise
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(n) /kruːz/
a trip on a boat for pleasure
Example: We went on a cruise to see the islands.
steamship
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(n) /ˈstimˌʃɪp/
a large boat powered by steam
Example: The steamship sailed across the lake.
passenger
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(n) /ˈpæs.ɪn.dʒər/
a person who is traveling in a vehicle but is not driving it
Example: The passenger sat quietly in the back seat.
assume
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(v) /əˈsum/
to think that something is true without proof
Example: I assume the meeting is at 10 AM.
various
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(adj) /ˈvɛr.i.əs/
different types or kinds
Example: There are various colors of balloons at the party.
popular
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(adj) /ˈpɑːpjələr/
liked or enjoyed by many people
Example: The popular park is always crowded on weekends.
holding pen
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(n) /ˈhoʊldɪŋ pɛn/
an area where animals are kept temporarily
Example: The farmer showed us the holding pen with the sheep.
trek
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(n) /trɛk/
a long and difficult journey
Example: They decided to go on a trek in the mountains.
beginner
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(n) /bɪˈɡɪnər/
a person who is just starting to learn something
Example: The class is for beginners only.
explore
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(v) /ɪkˈsplɔːr/
to look around a place to learn about it
Example: Visitors are welcome to explore the farm on their own.
belong
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(v) /bɪˈlɔŋ/
to be the property of or to be a part of something
Example: The beautiful gardens belong to the farm.
include
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(v) /ɪnˈkluːd/
to have something as a part or member
Example: The price includes lunch.
basic
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(adj) /ˈbeɪsɪk/
simple and not complicated
Example: The basic rules are easy to understand.
trail
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(n) /treɪl/
a path or track for walking or riding
Example: They enjoyed walking along the trail in the park.
scenery
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(n) /ˈsiːnəri/
the natural features of a landscape considered in terms of their appearance
Example: The scenery by the lake is beautiful.
challenging
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(adj) /ˈtʃæl.ɪn.dʒɪŋ/
difficult in a way that tests your ability
Example: The mountain climb was challenging but fun.
experience
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(n) /ɪkˈspɪr.i.əns/
knowledge or skill from doing something
Example: He has a lot of experience riding bicycles.
rent
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(v) /rɛnt/
to pay money to use something for a period of time
Example: You can rent a bike for the day.
terminal
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(n) /ˈtɜr.mɪ.nəl/
a place where journeys begin or end, usually for transportation
Example: We met at the terminal before our flight.
repair kit
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(n) /rɪˈpɛr kɪt/
a set of tools and parts used to fix something
Example: You need to buy a repair kit for the bike.
snack
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(n) /snæk/
a small amount of food eaten between meals
Example: I like to have a snack when I watch TV.
helmet
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(n) /ˈhɛlmɪt/
a hard hat that protects your head
Example: He wore a helmet while riding his bike.
remote
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(adj) /rɪˈmoʊt/
far away from places where people live
Example: The cabin is located in a remote area.
prepare
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(v) /prɪˈpɛr/
to get ready for something
Example: I need to prepare for my test next week.
fare
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(n) /fɛr/
the price you pay for a ticket to travel
Example: The fare for the cruise is $117.
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